Government mulls cement roads amid bitumen price spike
India's Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari is considering shifting to cement concrete roads due to rising bitumen prices caused by the conflict in West Asia. The government is also exploring the use of bio-bitumen and recycled waste materials to reduce import dependency.
Why it matters
Infrastructure policy shifts in India have significant economic implications for construction costs and foreign exchange reserves.
Government mulls cement roads amid bitumen price spike | India News - The Times of India
The article reports on government policy and ministerial statements, though it includes a brief mention of political rhetoric.
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